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Braves' Tyler Pastornicky outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

The Braves sent infielder Tyler Pastornicky outright to Triple-A Gwinnett after he cleared waivers. Pastornicky was designated for assignment earlier in the week. The 25-year-old has hit .243/.295/.314 over 239 career at-bats in the majors.

The Braves will designate infielder Tyler Pastornicky for assignment, according to MLB.com.

The club made three signings official on Wednesday, completely filling their 40-man roster. In order to make room for all three players, the team will designate Pastornicky. The 25-year-old has hit .243/.295/.314 over 239 career at-bats in the majors.

The Braves recalled infielder Tyler Pastornicky from Triple-A Gwinnett Friday, to take the roster spot left vacant by the release of Dan Uggla.

Pastornicky started the season with the Braves, but was sent down in late May after hitting just .200/.300/.257 in 35 at-bats. He was batting .281/.321/.344 in 36 games at Gwinnett prior to his callup.

The injury is to Pastornicky's surgically-repaired left knee. He has hit .281/.321/.344 with seven stolen bases in 128 at-bats with Triple-A Gwinnett. He is also 7 for 35 with a triple in 22 games with the Braves.